Chindit


Chindit

(ˈtʃɪndɪt) n1. (Military) a member of the Allied forces commanded by Orde Wingate fighting behind the Japanese lines in Burma (1943–45)2. (Historical Terms) a member of the Allied forces commanded by Orde Wingate fighting behind the Japanese lines in Burma (1943–45)[C20: from Burmese chinthé a fabulous lion a symbol of which was their badge; adoption of title perhaps influenced by Chindwin]